1994 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 1994 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
